Christopher Nolan's 'Odissea' trailer draws massive dislike count and sparks debate

Director Christopher Nolan says he was "very inspired by Guillermo del Toro" while shaping the monsters for his upcoming film Odissea, adding that "a monster is not a monster. You have to treat them like any other character." The film, slated for release in July 2026, features a star‑studded cast and combines visual effects with performance to give depth to mythic creatures such as Scylla and Polyphemus.

The trailer for Odissea has generated unusually high estimates of dislike counts on YouTube, according to third‑party trackers, though official numbers are no longer displayed. Observers debate whether the backlash reflects genuine audience displeasure over creative choices—such as casting and perceived accents—or a coordinated review‑bombing effort. Without verified data, the true impact of the online reaction remains uncertain, and only the film’s theatrical debut will reveal whether the controversy affects its reception.